Summer
Alpha acid
5.6–6.4%
Beta acid
4.8–6.1%
Total oil
1.4–2 mL
Australia
Chinook
Alpha acid
11.5–15%
Beta acid
3–4%
Total oil
1–2.7 mL
United States
Key differences
When to pick Summer
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
- Aroma-focused - ideal for dry hopping
When to pick Chinook
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Versatile - works for both bittering and aroma
Aroma profile and use
No shared aromas - the varieties have divergent profiles.
Only in Summer
ApricotMelonGrassyCitrusStone fruitPassion fruitPeach
Only in Chinook
PineResinGrapefruitSpicyDankCannabis
Property
| Property | Summer | Chinook |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 5.6–6.4% | 11.5–15% |
| Beta acid | 4.8–6.1% | 3–4% |
| Co-humulone | 20–25% | 27–35% |
| Total oil | 1.4–2 mL | 1–2.7 mL |
| Myrcene | 29–38% | 20–30% |
| Humulene | 28–50% | 18–24% |
| Caryophyllene | 8–11% | 9–11% |
| Farnesene | 0–1% | 0–1% |
| Origin | Australia | United States |
| Purpose | Aroma | Dual purpose |